Honda Accord vs Kia K5
The Honda Accord is more fuel-efficient at 32 MPG combined, against 30 MPG for the Kia K5. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Accord | Kia K5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 146 | 77 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Tires |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 2 | 6 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 6,000 miles | 4,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 32 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 37 | 26 and 37 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,100 | $2,250 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 146 complaints for the Honda Accord and 77 for the Kia K5. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Honda Accord, 2 for the Kia K5.